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Oxford receives £16.5m for psychosis research

Researchers at Oxford University are to lead a research programme into the antipsychotic properties of cannabidiol (CBD). CBD is one of the chemicals found in marijuana but it is distinct...

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“The longer we don’t reduce emissions, it’s turning into effect”: Oxford environmental scientists discuss ways to tackle climate change

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Oxford-led study finds concerning levels of PFAS chemicals in Norwegian Arctic ice, posing risks to ecosystems

An Oxford-led study found that the Norwegian Arctic ice in Svalbard is contaminated with...

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At least 90% of the world population to face the combined consequences of extreme heat and drought, Oxford study says

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MRI study involving Oxford researchers finds brain differences in children with language learning difficulties

A child is quiet. He has difficulty reading and writing. He struggles to choose...

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Oxford receives £16.5m for psychosis research

“The longer we don’t reduce emissions, it’s turning into effect”: Oxford environmental scientists discuss ways to tackle climate change

Oxford-led study finds concerning levels of PFAS chemicals in Norwegian Arctic ice, posing risks to ecosystems

At least 90% of the world population to face the combined consequences of extreme heat and drought, Oxford study says

MRI study involving Oxford researchers finds brain differences in children with language learning difficulties

The future of medical diagnosis is now

CRISPR-Cas9 to the rescue

The covert horrors of the animal trade

Are we still evolving?

How do antidepressants affect our brains?

Week in Science: Fourth Week

A future made with 3D printing

Spacecraft gets between Saturn and its rings

5 minute tute: Professor Joseph Conlon strings together string theory

Coming to the rescue: Scientists use magnetic sperm to combat cancer

Nature showcases its true colours

Week in Science: 07/05/17

Week in Science: 30/04/17

A mammoth weapon in the fight against climate change

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